E-AHPBA - HPB Insights

Episodes

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  Episode 2 - Pancreas matters: Vascular reconstructions & emergencies in pancreatic surgery 22.07.2026 50m

  During this episode we turn our focus to one of the more demanding aspects of pancreatic surgery: vascular reconstructions and intra-operative emergencies. These are moments that test not only technical ability, but judgement, preparation, and teamwork. Knowing when and how to perform vascular reconstruction - and how to respond when things don’t go to plan, can be the difference between success and catastrophe. We’re joined by the esteemed Professor Shailesh Shrikhande, former deputy director of Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai and past president of the APHPBA.    Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Introduction to episode 05:28 Early influences: Heidelberg 15:59 Vascular reconstruction training 20:52 Navigating the complexities of arterial reconstructions 26:16 Managing vascular emergencies 34:03 Technical challenges in surgery 40:28 SMA first approach 49:48 Closing thoughts and remarks   Professor Shailesh Shrikhande is a globally recognised hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) and gastrointestinal surgical oncologist based in Mumbai, India. He is Professor of Surgical Oncology, Head of the GI and HPB Surgical Service, and Deputy Director at the Tata Memorial Centre, and is the immediate past president of the APHPBA. Internationally renowned for his expertise in complex pancreatic and gastrointestinal cancer surgery, he has trained at the Universities of Heidelberg and Bern, was the first Asian recipient of the IHPBA Kenneth Warren Fellowship, and has authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications while making significant contributions to global HPB education and training.   References: Shrikhande SV, Kleeff J, Büchler MW, Friess H. Pancreatic anastomosis after pancreaticoduodenectomy: how we do it. Indian J Surg. 2007 Dec;69(6):224-9. doi: 10.1007/s12262-007-0031-3. Epub 2008 Jan 28. PMID: 23132992; PMCID: PMC3452526. Shrikhande SV, Barreto SG, Bodhankar YD, Suradkar K, Shetty G, Hawaldar R, Goel M, Shukla PJ. Superior mesenteric artery first combined with uncinate process approach versus uncinate process first approach in pancreatoduodenectomy: a comparative study evaluating perioperative outcomes. Langenbecks Arch Surg. 2011 Dec;396(8):1205-12. doi: 10.1007/s00423-011-0824-5. Epub 2011 Jul 8. PMID: 21739303. Sanjay, P., Takaori, K., Govil, S., Shrikhande, S.V. and Windsor, J.A. (2012), ‘Artery-first’ approaches to pancreatoduodenectomy. Br J Surg, 99: 1027-1035. https://doi.org/10.1002/bjs.8763
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  Episode 1 - Presidential notes on redefining success: Legacy and leadership in HPB surgery 24.06.2026 29m

  HPB surgery is defined by complexity, high stakes, and constant pressure, it’s easy to measure success in numbers: cases performed, papers published, positions held. Dr Malini Bhana and Dr Brian Kiplagat Misoi are joined for our very first episode by Professor Eduard Jonas, President of the E-AHPBA as they delve into what a sustainable, fulfilling career in HPB surgery really looks like over decades of practice.